Corn Dent Bloody Butcher Organic HEIRLOOM Seeds

Zea mays

Item #3153

105-120 days. Richly colored, reddish-black kernels sparkle like rubies on the big 8"-12" ears. This spectacular heirloom
variety is said to be a cross between a Native American corn and corn grown by American settlers. Ears may be eaten fresh when they're still young and tender. Dry the mature ears for decoration or grind them up for flour to make colorful cornbread and pancakes. Bloody Butcher is a statuesque variety, reaching heights up to 12' tall.

This packet sows four 5-foot rows

Seedling Image

Days to Emerge:5-10 days

Seed Depth:1"-1 1/2"

Seed Spacing:
A group of
2 seeds every 12"

Row Spacing:
2'-3'

Thinning:
When 4" tall, thin to
1 every 12"

When to sow outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after average last frost and
when soil is warm (60°F-65°F).

When to start inside: Not recommended.
Corn does not transplant well.

Special germination instructions:
Since pollination occurs from wind, corn
should be sown in short, parallel rows
or blocks.

Harvesting: Let the ears dry on the stalks. They
are ready for harvest when the kernels are hard
and you can no longer leave a mark on them with
your fingernail. Before the first fall frost, give each
ear a twist until it breaks off. Peel back the husks,
then hang the ears in a cool, dark, dry place for 4-6
weeks to cure. This is important to prevent mold. To
strip off cured kernels, twist the cobs back and forth
to loosen them (gloves are recommended).